Administrative Assistant

At Loam, we have the earth in our hands. As a team of scientists, farmers and entrepreneurs, we are on a mission to improve the world’s farmland and address climate change. We are developing microbial technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and build carbon in agricultural soils. We help farming businesses prosper by boosting yield and soil health and enabling access to carbon markets.

As a start-up with ambitious founders and investors, our work is fast-paced and multidimensional. We foster a supportive and diverse workplace, where every team member is encouraged to learn and grow beyond their area of expertise.

While everyone at Loam is working in different roles, we all have one job: to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and store it stably in farmer’s soils.

About the Role

This role would suit an individual who has experience working in a fast-paced environment with a "can do" attitude. This position helps to support the day-to-day operations of our laboratories and office in St. Paul.

Responsibilities:

Operational oversight of the office, laboratories and greenhouse operations including:

• Monitors and orders office and personnel related supplies as needed.
• Works with Safety Officer to ensure training schedules and supplies are up to date.
• Assists in the purchase and delivery of all consumables (pots, soil, fertilizer, watering peripherals, lighting systems, labels, seed, etc).
• Works with Human Resources to provide administrative support for onboarding employees.
• Assists in the coordination of scheduling and accommodations for internal and external guests.
• Provides assistance with scheduling, expenses and other administrative duties.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong ability to assess needs and take charge.
• Willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Collaborative and highly engaging work environment with engagement across the Loam international R&D, product and commercial team

• Ability to have significant impact and grow with the organization
• Competitive pay
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunity for advancement